UAV & Other RTM ApplicationsFiber Dynamics, Inc. (FDI) specializes in Resin Transfer Molding (RTM) of composite parts and assemblies. Our unique technology and processing capabilities offer improved quality and consistency over conventional composites fabrication. FDI has expertise in the following areas:

• Lost Core RTM (LCRTM)- proprietary FDI process for molding complex, hollow structures • Vacuum-Assisted RTM (VARTM)- autoclave quality parts at a lower cost • Matched-Die RTM- offers economical, high-rate production

Who We Are

Design through production — we’re the RTM experts!

RTM Is Our Specialty

RTM Advantage

Solutions

Turn-Key Solutions

Fiber Dynamics, Inc. is a leader in the design and fabrication of simple to complex out-of autoclave composite products. We serve the aerospace, military, consumer, medical and motorsports industries.

We specialize in Resin Transfer Molding (RTM) of composite parts and assemblies. In simple terms, the RTM process uses dry composite material, infused with resin, and cured without an autoclave.

The RTM process combined with our unique and proprietary capabilities offers improved quality and consistency over conventional composite fabrication methods using pre-impregnated or “wet” material.

We routinely reduce the “total cost” for our customers and provide higher levels of quality.

Our job at Fiber Dynamics, Inc. is to solve customer problems. With composites, problems often involve multiple dimensions where customers do not have the technical know-how or experience to solve their problem in a way that yields an optimum solution. That’s where Fiber Dynamics, Inc. comes in. We combine our materials and design expertise with our unique processes and manufacturing experience to give customers comprehensive, optimized composite solutions.

• Program management • Component design, modeling and analysis • Prototyping • Tool design and fabrication (CNC machined metal and “soft” tooling) • Part and assembly fabrication (complete layup, molding and finishing facilities)

3730 Midco • Wichita, KS 67215 • TEL 316.264.9541 • FAX 316.264.9513 • Email: info@fiberdynamics.net

www.fiberdynamics.net

“One-Shot” Integrated Structures

How can I capture the potential advantages integrated structures can offer?

Is there a company that can design and produce hollow cavity, integrated composite structures?

Fiber Dynamics, Inc. has developed the unique ability to economically produce complex, “one-shot” integrated structures. We create seemingly impossible to produce hollow cavity components using our proprietary Lost Core RTM Process (LCRTM).

Automotive Intake Manifold

Honeywell T-HawkTM Fan Duct

General Atomics Predator® B MQ-9 Reaper Landing Gear Strut

“One-Shot” Advantages: • Cost savings to customer • Simplified component / assembly design • Weight reduction • Elimination of secondary manufacturing operations • Reduced production cycle time • Improved quality

The optimum balance of performance and cost!

USF1 Motorsports Wings

Raytheon Missile Systems MQM-107 Streaker® Flap, Aileron & Rudder

AAI Corporation Shadow® TUAS Flap & Aileron

General Atomics Predator® C Avenger® Tail Spar

14' tail structure in “One-Shot”!

Photo courtesy of Honeywell Photo courtesy of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Photo courtesy of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Photo courtesy of AAI Corporation

Photo courtesy of Cessna Aircraft Company

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Over the past 20 years, Fiber Dynamics, Inc. has developed three distinct process capabilities to address the needs of customers.

Conventional Matched-Die RTM Process • For complex, lightweight cored and solid laminate structures • Economical, high volume production capability • Excellent surface finish and structural properties

Vacuum-Assisted RTM Process (VARTM) • Autoclave quality parts at a fraction of the cost • Outstanding surface finish—minimal finishing required for paint prep • Use integral stiffeners and cores when extra stiffness with minimal weight is required

Lost Core RTM Process (LCRTM) • Proprietary manufacturing process • Enables manufacturing of complex, hollow interior cavities with internal stiffeners • High fiber volume composite geometries • Offers intricate assemblies involving metal details, inserts and internal stiffeners with no secondary bonding or fastening • Superior control of wall thickness in critical thin-wall applications

RTM Processes

We find ways to do the impossible!

Mustang StrakeFairingCessna Citation Jet

Bullet Fairing

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